{"product_id":"hawkwing-skinner-knife-6-purple-pinecone-handle-full-tang-western-cross-draw-sheath","title":"Hawkwing Skinner Knife 6\" Purple Pinecone Handle Full Tang Western Cross Draw Sheath","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Hawkwing Skinner Knife continues a tradition of turning worn farrier tools into working blades. Skilled smiths reforged old hoof rasps once the original tool wore down from daily use, giving the steel a second life as a durable, textured blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt JWSteelCrafts, we get a lot of questions about this style. So let's break down what makes it special and why purple pinecone resin still holds up as a genuinely one-of-a-kind handle choice today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Exactly Is the Hawkwing Skinner Knife?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hawkwing Skinner Knife brings together rugged rasp steel with a bold, colorful handle. At 6 inches overall, it's sized right for controlled skinning work without feeling bulky in the hand. As a Precision Skinning Blade, its rasp steel construction carries the rugged character that only comes from reforged tool steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJWSteelCrafts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRasp Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePurple Pinecone Resin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSheath\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCross Draw Style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConstruction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHand-Forged, Handcrafted\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy This Rasp Steel Tradition Still Matters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis practice gave old tools a real character you won't find in factory steel. That same tradition shapes every Drop Point Hunting Knife we forge today, giving hunters a blade with genuine working history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePurple Pinecone Resin Handle: Comfort and Character\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePurple pinecone resin handles became a distinctive choice among custom knife makers for their unique, layered visual texture. No two handles look exactly alike since each is cut from a different section of the resin block, giving every knife a genuinely one-of-a-kind grip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRasp Steel: More Than Just a Pretty Finish\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Full Tang Outdoor Knife is forged from genuine rasp steel, so the blade often keeps subtle texture from its original farrier tool use. This rugged surface texture is part of what makes each rasp steel blade unique compared to standard factory steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFull Tang Construction, and Ready for Field Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 6 inches overall, the blade is sized for controlled skinning and general utility tasks. Browse the full \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.jwsteelcrafts.com\/collections\/handmade-skinner-knives\"\u003eHandmade Skinner Knives Collection\u003c\/a\u003e for more field-ready blades built the same handcrafted way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Comes With It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a Field Dressing Knife, the included cross-draw sheath keeps the blade protected and ready for quick, one-handed access. Browse more handmade options at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.jwsteelcrafts.com\/\"\u003eJWSteelCrafts\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho This Knife Is Really For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHunters who want a compact, rugged blade for skinning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutdoor users handling field dressing and general hunting tasks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollectors who appreciate rasp steel's working history and pinecone resin detail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGift buyers looking for a standout piece for outdoor enthusiasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCaring for Your Damascus Blade\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean and dry the blade after each use to prevent rust from forming on the rasp steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore it in the cross draw sheath when not in use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep it away from children\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid leaving the knife wet or exposed to moisture for long periods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean the pinecone resin handle with a dry or slightly damp cloth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSharpen with a whetstone to maintain the edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is rasp steel, and why use it for this knife?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt comes from old farrier hoof rasps, reforged into a blade once the original tool wears down. This gives the steel a tough, rugged character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a pinecone resin handle?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a handle cut from stabilized resin that shows a distinct, layered pattern, so no two handles look exactly alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a cross-draw sheath?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's worn across the belt, letting you draw the knife quickly with one hand, especially useful when seated or working.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs 6 inches a good size for skinning tasks?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, this length offers enough control for detailed work around the hide and joints without feeling awkward to handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Hawkwing Skinner Knife good for gifting?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, its bold handle color and rugged rasp steel blade make it a standout gift for outdoor enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JW SteelCrafts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52908995576125,"sku":"sku-45471553749052","price":149.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1013\/2065\/5165\/files\/IMG_9107.webp?v=1787298282","url":"https:\/\/relicandreel.com\/products\/hawkwing-skinner-knife-6-purple-pinecone-handle-full-tang-western-cross-draw-sheath","provider":"Relic \u0026 Reel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}